| Month | High | Low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 77 | 63 | 0.60 |
| Feb | 78 | 63 | 0.60 |
| Mar | 76 | 60 | 0.80 |
| Apr | 72 | 56 | 1.60 |
| May | 67 | 52 | 2.70 |
| Jun | 64 | 48 | 3.70 |
| Jul | 62 | 47 | 3.30 |
| Aug | 63 | 48 | 3.00 |
| Sep | 65 | 51 | 1.60 |
| Oct | 69 | 54 | 0.10 |
| Nov | 72 | 58 | 0.00 |
| Dec | 75 | 61 | 0.70 |
I hoped to see the "Big Five" during my time at Singita Boulders, but I wasn't prepared for the herd of buffalo - several hundred - I see grazing not far from the lodge. The Sand River constantly draws many elephant families, as well as a lion pride full of scampering cubs. We even spot three leopards sharing their kill in a tree and a rhino and calf under the shade of an acacia. It is such a privilege to have a front seat to the circle of life.
On our first day out, we drive through the reserve and follow a path along the Sand River. Not far ahead there is a stand-off between a young lioness and a gazelle. Their eyes meet at the same moment. The lioness crouches down, but the gazelle seems frozen. Our vehicle stops, and we are almost afraid to breathe. In a split second, the gazelle takes off, the lioness pursuing, gaining ground and intent on bringing home dinner.
Philip Ashby left England for Tanzania in 1991 and has lived there ever since. Qualified to lead both walking and hunting safaris, Ashby is known for his knowledge of the Tanzanian bush and its inhabitants - especially game species. He continuously explores Tanzania's 50,000-square-km Selous Game Reserve, both as a professional guide leading adventurers and on his personal solo walks through the remote interior. An independent safari leader, Ashby also manages a seasonal camp in southern Loliondo in the Arusha Region of Northern Tanzania. Formerly, he served as a special projects manager for Tanzania Big Game Safaris and as field manager for the Friedkin Conservation Fund, setting up anti-poaching and game-population monitoring projects and educating local people in the benefits of sustainable resource utilization.
An Abercrombie & Kent representative meets you after you have cleared customs and collected your luggage at OR Tambo International Airport and assists you to the InterContinental Airport Sun. Enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure.
InterContinental Airport SunFly on a light aircraft charter flight to Singita Private Game Reserve, where you are met and taken a short distance to your lodge. Singita Private Game Reserve is located in the Greater Kruger National Park and offers exceptional game viewing. Beautifully appointed and resting along the Sand River, Boulders Lodge has an air of tranquility that honors Africa in an authentic way. You have a wrap-around view from most parts of the coarse stone lodge, where you are likely to spot game. Your time at Singita is your own. Sight the "Big Five" (rhino, elephant, leopard, lion and buffalo) on game drives and walks. Try one of the other available activities, including fishing and clay pigeon shooting. You may sit down to a bush breakfast or a sunset cocktail in a scenic location or dine on the privacy of your own deck. Highly trained, experienced rangers and trackers introduce you to an Africa few have been privileged to see, while the lodge staff ensure that you have a truly memorable stay.
Singita Boulders Lodge B L DThe days are at leisure to enjoy game viewing activities in this region features broad, open savannahs interspersed with acacia, rocky outcrops and riverine forest.
Singita Boulders Lodge B L DEnjoy a final game drive before flying to Johannesburg, where you then connect to your onward flight.
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